Temporary Roof Scaffolding

It costs more than a standard scaffold because it involves engineered beams, design work and covering. The comparison that matters, though, is against lost days, extended hire and water damage — on most stripped-roof projects a temporary roof works out cheaper overall. We quote it as a fixed price once we know the span and how long you need it.

Yes. The covering is sheeted or shrink-wrapped to shed water clear of the building, and it is designed to stay watertight in sustained rain and wind rather than just showers. Shrink-wrapping gives the tightest seal and is what we recommend for longer contracts and exposed sites.

Temporary roofs are designed for wind uplift, which is exactly why they need calculations rather than being improvised from sheeting. We design to the span, height and exposure of your building, tie the scaffold accordingly, and inspect after adverse weather.

Yes. We design loading points and access into the roof from the start — including ridge access and openings where needed — so tiles, timber and plant can be moved without breaking the weather seal.

For storm, fire or flood damage we prioritise emergency weather protection and can often be on site the same or next day to get the building covered, then complete the full temporary roof once the structure has been assessed.

No planning permission is needed for a temporary roof as part of building works. It does need to be designed and inspected properly, and on listed buildings or in conservation areas we will advise on any additional considerations before we start.